Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: CBS
Type: Scripted
Rating: 5.9/10
Bring 'Em Back Alive
Overview
Bring 'Em Back Alive is an adventure television series starring Bruce Boxleitner, Cindy Morgan and Ron O'Neal. The series was shown in the United States from September 1982 to May 1983. Set in Singapore, it was one of several shows like Tales of the Gold Monkey to try to capture the success of Raiders of the Lost Ark. In reality, Frank Buck was a real big game trapper who was very famous in the 1930s. He wrote a book entitled Bring 'Em Back Alive. He appeared in several movies including a 1932 adaptation of the book and is remembered by serial fans as the star of Jungle Menace. It lasted only 17 episodes before being cancelled because of low ratings, due to being scheduled against ABC's Top 30 hits Happy Days and Laverne and Shirley.
This production, originally released in 1982, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Action & Adventure genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.9 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Action & Adventure.
- • Produced in United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Bruce Boxleitner
Frank Buck
Clyde Kusatsu
Harvey Jason
Cindy Morgan
Ron O'Neal
George Cheung
Sean McClory
Seasons
Season 1
17 Episodes • Aired 1982-09-24
No season overview provided for this season.